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Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken Wings: Easy 30-Minute Recipe

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These crispy honey garlic glazed chicken wings come together in just 30 minutes with a simple baking powder trick for shatteringly crisp skin without frying. Sticky, sweet, and savory, they’re perfect for game day or a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (about 900g) chicken wings, separated into drumettes and flats
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder (aluminum-free)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅓ cup (about 110g) honey
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced fresh
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place one rack in the upper third of the oven. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil or parchment, then place a wire rack on top. Spray the rack lightly with cooking spray.
  2. Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels (use 3-4 paper towels to ensure they are very dry).
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the baking powder, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Whisk together. Add the dried wings and toss with your hands until every piece is evenly coated.
  4. Arrange the wings on the wire rack in a single layer, leaving space between each piece. Do not crowd them.
  5. Bake for 20 minutes at 400°F. After 20 minutes, flip each wing using tongs.
  6. Increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) and bake for another 10-12 minutes, until the wings are golden brown and the skin is tight and crackly.
  7. While the wings bake, make the glaze: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Stir and let simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
  8. When the wings come out of the oven, transfer them to a large clean bowl. Pour about two-thirds of the glaze over the wings and toss vigorously until every wing is coated.
  9. Brush the remaining glaze over the wings for extra gloss. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

Use aluminum-free baking powder to avoid a metallic aftertaste. Pat wings very dry for maximum crispiness. Toss wings in glaze while still hot for best adherence. For extra stickiness, double-glaze by tossing then brushing on a second layer. If wings brown too quickly, check at 15 minutes. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in an air fryer at 350°F for 4-5 minutes or in a 375°F oven for 8-10 minutes. Freeze unglazed wings for up to 2 months.

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